US Bridges

Pr 110 10.05 KM over Culebrinas River

Poor

Moca Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2.6 KM South West of Moca · Structure no. 007321

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
207 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,000
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 110 10.05 KM over Culebrinas River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 110 10.05 KM over Culebrinas River in Moca Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Puerto Rico average of 51.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,700 by 2025. The structure is 207 ft (63 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesPr 110 10.05 KM
CrossesCulebrinas River
Location2.6 KM South West of Moca
RouteState Highway 110
Coordinates18.37493, -67.11786
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.2 US tons
Inventory rating30.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length207 ft (63 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.2 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,000 (2017)
Projected traffic11,700 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$137,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 110 10.05 KM over Culebrinas River built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 110 10.05 KM over Culebrinas River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 110 10.05 KM over Culebrinas River carry?

About 9,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 110 10.05 KM over Culebrinas River?

The structure is 207 ft (63 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 110 10.05 KM over Culebrinas River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.